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MBA Fellows Program
MBA Fellows Program
The MBA Bar Fellows Program is a highly selective initiative aimed at enriching Oregon’s legal profession by elevating the voices and experiences of aspiring lawyers whose perspectives reflect the complexity of the communities they will serve. The program offers a first-summer paid internship, significant scholarships throughout law school, high-impact networking opportunities, judicial mentorship, and additional resources to support Fellows’ success in law school and in their Oregon legal careers. As the program continues to grow, it will empower students with meaningful support as they pursue their legal education and career goals—ultimately enriching the legal field with professionals whose varied experiences deepen the profession’s perspective and responsiveness. The inaugural class of Multnomah Bar Fellows began law school in the fall of 2018.
To be competitive for the MBA Bar Fellows Program, applicants must (1) demonstrate exceptional potential for success in the legal profession, (2) show a sincere interest in building a legal career in Oregon, and (3) bring unique experiences, perspectives, or challenges that shape their vision for contributing to the Oregon State Bar. Participating law schools will consider applicants’ journeys and insights that position them to make a distinctive impact within the legal system. The participating schools are the University of Oregon and Lewis & Clark. Applicants may apply prior to or shortly after beginning their first year of law school, depending on their school’s application process. Learn more here.
To be competitive for the MBA Bar Fellows Program, applicants must (1) demonstrate exceptional potential for success in the legal profession, (2) show a sincere interest in building a legal career in Oregon, and (3) bring unique experiences, perspectives, or challenges that shape their vision for contributing to the Oregon State Bar. Participating law schools will consider applicants’ journeys and insights that position them to make a distinctive impact within the legal system. The participating schools are the University of Oregon and Lewis & Clark. Applicants may apply prior to or shortly after beginning their first year of law school, depending on their school’s application process. Learn more here.
Congratulations to our 2025-26 Bar Fellows!
From Lewis & Clark Law School (bios):
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Finn Johnson
Hooman Dadkho
Christina Smith
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From the University of Oregon School of Law (bios):
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Ardeshir Tabrizian
Arianna Acosta
Ruth Deresse
Eva Ravelo
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The participating law schools—the University of Oregon and Lewis & Clark—support the Bar Fellows program in many ways.
The MBA Bar Fellows Program Corporate and Law Firm Sponsors
The Multnomah Bar Association is seeking corporate and law firm sponsors for its Bar Fellows program. As MBA Bar Fellows, the students will receive financial support, mentoring, and summer internship opportunities. The program's goal is to foster a new generation of excellent lawyers. Learn more about becoming a 1L Summer Sponsor.
2026 Summer Sponsors
Allegiant Law
Ballard Spahr
Dunn Carney
Markowitz Herbold
Schwabe
St. Andrew Legal Clinic (funded by Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation)
The Commons Law Center (funded by Elizabeth Savage Law LLC and Professional Liability Fund)